Shekhpura

Shekhpura is a village located in Chandi subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Chandi (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Narsanda is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura village.

Shekhpura has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shekhpura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhpura is 244312. The village spans a total geographical area of 54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 803110. Hilsa is nearest town to Shekhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Shekhpura

Below is a concise population overview of Shekhpura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,069 571 498
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 172 95 77
Scheduled Castes (SC) 183 102 81
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 683 419 264
Illiterate Population 386 152 234

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shekhpura village:

  • The total population of Shekhpura village is around 1,069, including approximately 571 males and 498 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 172 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhpura village has 183 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpura village is about 63.89%, with male literacy at 73.38% and female literacy at 53.01%.
  • There are around 191 households in Shekhpura village.

Connectivity of Shekhpura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhpura. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekhpura

Knowing the nearby villages of Shekhpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekhpura.

Rasulpur Tulshi Manshapur Daulatpur Milki Daulatpur Badarwali Muhammadpur Panchanbe Kachra Gangaura Narsanda

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpura

Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is situated in Chandi Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpura is Narsanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shekhpura?
The pincode of Shekhpura is 803110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpura is 1,069, with 571 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village has a total of 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpura is 63.89%. The male literacy rate is 73.38%, while the female literacy rate is 53.01%.